Job Summary
RN Special Procedures
Talented Medical Solutions
Contract
In-Office | Los Angeles, CA, United States
07/20 start date, 13 wks, 40 hrs, Variable Shift - M-F start 7 am, 8 am, or 9 am (Staggered shifts). Call Schedule - anything after hours, days of the week depend on the week, 1 or 2 days a week, 1 or 2 weekends a month (every other weekend).
Nurses float to the CV holding (Pre opp/post opp).
Scrub Color - they provide onsite.
Manager will call and interview.
Impella experience is a must.
This department performs before-, during- and after-care of invasive, interventional, and therapeutic procedures/studies to treat cardiac and vascular arterial venous and structure heart disorders, cardiac rhythm abnormalities, to implant and remove devices and leads, and conduct therapeutic cathartic ablations. If you use this department, do not use 759008 (Electrophysiology).
Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Our facility in White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Our facility was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.
Job Summary:
Observes, evaluates, and coordinates the care given to patients in the Special Procedures department.
Participates in direct and indirect care of all related activities according to the policies, procedures, philosophy and mission of the organization.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred
Registered Nurse experience with critical care experience or medical-surgical or experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab/Special Procedure department: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS OR HS-ACLS OR RQIACLS) certification: Required
Advanced Electrocardiogram (EKG) certification: Preferred
Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support): Required
Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required
Essential Functions:
Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues.
Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes.
Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.
Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient's situation.
Connect electrocardiogram (EKG) leads and alerts doctor of any changes in patient condition.
Records analyzes hemodynamic parameters and calculates shunt and valves and other data.
Monitors patient, analyzes electrocardiogram (EKG) and hemodynamic parameter and reports to physician any changes in patient's condition.
Operates computerized MIDAS system with accuracy and evaluates and reports significant data and findings throughout all procedures for all patients of various age groups.
Operates other specialized equipment: Datascope Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), Baxter Cardiac Output, Automated Coagulation Timer (ACT) machine, American Optical Unistat Oximeter, Medrad injector, Life Pak, Defibrillator, Sony digital systems, GE Advantx X-ray system.
Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment.
Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members.
Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Our facility is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.